Are you looking for a plant-based protein that not only supports your fitness goals but is also good for the environment? Then vegan hemp protein could be just the thing for you! Hemp protein is a popular plant-based source of protein and is widely used by athletes, nutrition enthusiasts and vegans.
1. 6 advantages of hemp protein
- High protein: Hemp protein is an excellent source of vegetable protein, which helps to increase and maintain muscle mass. It contains around 50 % protein (up to 55 % for us).
- Contains all essential amino acids: Hemp protein provides all the amino acids that the body cannot produce itself (Shen et al., 2021). - Hemp protein contains a variety of amino acids, including those that cannot be produced by the body itself.
- High mineral content: Hemp protein is rich in important minerals such as magnesium and iron.
- High bioavailability: Thanks to its natural composition and gentle processing, hemp protein provides valuable nutrients in an easily accessible form.
- Supports the muscles: Hemp protein contributes to the gain and maintenance of muscle mass (Corleone, 2022).
- Wide range of applications: From porridge and smoothies to baking recipes - there are no limits to your creativity. Tip: Get inspired by our recipe ideas. Here is a delicious example: vegetable sticks in protein breading.
2. does hemp protein contain THC?
Yes, hemp protein contains traces of THC, but only in very small quantities. These concentrations are so minimal that they do not have a psychoactive effect and would not produce positive results in drug tests even if high doses were taken over a long period of time (Aluko, 2017).
3. The extraction of hemp protein
We rely on own hemp fieldsto set an example for sustainable agriculture. After harvesting, our hemp seeds are carefully sorted, cleaned and dried before being processed into our nutty protein powder using purely mechanical processes - without the use of chemicals.
5. bibliography
Aluko, R. E. (2017). Hemp seed (Cannabis sativa l.) proteins: composition,
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Corleone, J. C. (2022, July 30). Hemp protein powder nutrition facts and health
benefits. Verywell Fit. https://www.verywellfit.com/hemp-protein-powder-nutrition-facts-and-health-benefits-5667966#citation-10
Shen, P., Zili, G., Fang, B., Rao, J., & Chen, B. (2021). Ferreting out the secrets of
industrial hemp protein as emerging functional food ingredients. Trends in Food Science And Technology, 112, 1-15. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tifs.2021.03.022